Millennium Art Academy first opened its doors in September 2003 in the Bronx. Originally located on the Herbert H. Lehman Educational Campus the academy moved after its first year to the Adlai E. Stevenson Campus.
Serving 331 students in grades 9-12, Millenium Art Academy ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 331 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 75-79% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Millenium Art Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Millenium Art Academy's student population of 331 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
331 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Year Founded
2003
School Rankings
Millenium Art Academy ranks within the top 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Millenium Art Academy is 0.51, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2078 out of 4377 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
10%
Hispanic
65%
30%
Black
27%
16%
White
1%
40%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
75-79%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Millenium Art Academy's ranking?
Millenium Art Academy is ranked #2078 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Millenium Art Academy often compared to?
Millenium Art Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Bronx Bridges High School, Bronx Compass High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Millenium Art Academy?
The graduation rate of Millenium Art Academy is 75-79%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Millenium Art Academy?
331 students attend Millenium Art Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Millenium Art Academy students are Hispanic, 27% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Millenium Art Academy?
Millenium Art Academy has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Millenium Art Academy offer ?
Millenium Art Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Millenium Art Academy part of?
Millenium Art Academy is part of New York City Geographic District # 8 School District.
In what neighborhood is Millenium Art Academy located?
Millenium Art Academy is located in the East Bronx neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 77 other public schools located in East Bronx.
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